Safety Coordinator

ZipRecruiter; Nashville (TN); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in Nashville is seeking a Safety Coordinator to oversee construction safety for high-profile projects. The ideal candidate will have 3 to 5 years of experience in construction safety management and will ensure compliance with safety regulations while managing onsite personnel and subcontractors.

Qualifications

• 3 to 5 years of construction safety experience required.

Responsibilities

• Oversee all aspects of construction safety from planning to implementation.
• Conduct regular field inspections of work activities.
• Ensure compliance with OSHA and safety requirements.

Skills

Leadership

Negotiation

Detail-oriented

Tools

Construction Management Software

Job description

Job Description

We are seeking a Safety Coordinator with 3 to 5 years of construction safety experience to join our team! You will oversee construction safety for high-profile projects in the Nashville region.

Physical Requirements:

• Perform extensive standing, walking, and climbing
• Lift up to 50 lbs regularly
• Manipulate up to 100 lbs
• Wear personal protective equipment (PPE)
• Bend, stoop, and climb a step ladder

Responsibilities:

• Oversee all aspects of construction safety from planning to implementation
• Supervise onsite personnel and subcontractors
• Interface with project inspectors, contractors, architects, engineers, city and county officials, and clients
• Ensure compliance with OSHA, client, and property owner safety requirements
• Conduct regular field inspections of work activities
• Perform daily safety briefings (Tool Box Talks)
• Maintain OSHA records (training, medical surveillance, 300 logs, etc.)
• Oversee proper use of PPE
• Ensure Competent Person designations are in order
• Conduct near miss and accident investigations
• Prepare Job and Task Hazard Analyses and maintain Safety Log Book
• Assist with permitting procedures and preparation
• Hold weekly safety meetings
• Attend management meetings such as planning and progress meetings
• Perform equipment inspections (harnesses, electrical cords, etc.)
• Assist with case management to control OSHA recordables and lost time injuries
• Manage respiratory protection levels (upgrade/downgrade)
• Enforce disciplinary policies
• Manage subcontractor safety representatives
• Develop and perform site training

Qualifications:

• Previous experience in construction safety management is required
• Familiarity with construction management software
• Strong leadership qualities
• Strong negotiation skills
• Deadline and detail-oriented